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PHTV vs Squirrel
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
PHTV
7.0Vietnamese input method
Squirrel
7.0Rime input method engine
| Metric | PHTV | Squirrel |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Utilities | Utilities |
| AI Score | 7.0 | 7.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 19 | 457 |
| 90-day Installs | 19 | 1.4K |
| 365-day Installs | 19 | 7.8K |
| Version | 3.6.8 | 1.1.2 |
| Auto-updates | Yes | Yes |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 168 | 5.8K |
| GitHub Forks | 22 | 466 |
| Open Issues | 5 | 193 |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Swift | Swift |
| Last GitHub Commit | 6d ago | 8mo ago |
| First Seen | Oct 12, 2026 | Oct 18, 2013 |
Reviews
PHTV
PHTV is a Vietnamese input method for macOS, offering a Swift-based solution with auto-updates. It benefits Vietnamese speakers needing accurate text input.
Enables Vietnamese text input on macOS devices.
Pros
- + Open-source with AGPL-3.0 license
- + Developed in Swift
- + Auto-update feature
Cons
- - Limited community engagement
- - Niche appeal
Squirrel
Squirrel is a macOS implementation of the Rime input method engine, designed for efficient text input in multiple languages, particularly Chinese. It offers real-time input, customizable configurations, and supports a wide range of input methods, benefiting users who need flexible and powerful text input solutions.
Squirrel provides an input method engine for macOS, supporting various languages and input methods, with a focus on Chinese.
Pros
- + Cross-platform support with active development
- + Highly customizable input configurations
- + Real-time input processing for efficiency
Cons
- - Installer may be outdated or have issues
- - Lack of visual indicators for input modes